Japan | Paradise Air Longstay Residency Programme 2023

PARADISE AIR is calling for applications from artists, curators, researchers and other practitioners from all over the world for their Longstay residency programme in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, from October to December 2023.

This 10th edition of the programme explores the theme Puzzling Poly+Semy. The outcome of the residency can take tangible or intangible form. PARADISE AIR welcomes applications not only from outside of Japan, but also those currently residing in Japan. The residency can be from 70 to 90 days.

Residency conditions include the following:

Enjoy engaging in dialogue with the town
Currently live and work in the wider arts field, contributing to the contemporary creation of art
Be willing and able to engage in genuine cultural exchange with other resident artists and local residents
Be in good physical and mental health
Have flexibility regarding programme scheduling, rules, and administration
Be able to conduct everyday conversation in Japanese and/or English

Support offered

Production costs of video letter: 30,000 JPY per group (for selected finalists)
Accommodation (PARADISE AIR)
Transportation for one round trip from the artist’s place of residence to Matsudo
200,000 JYP for production costs per group
Per diem: 3,000 JPY x number of days of residence
Costs associated with equipment and transportation of artwork
Arrangement of venues for the presentation of work and coordination of events
Local support for daily life and production of work
Arrangement of transportation to Matsudo and supply information on current regulations for entering the country
Costs associated with publicity